Herma S. Simmons Elementary School

CLAYTON DAY 2025 - SATURDAY, JUNE 14TH! Date: Saturday June 14th Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Daytime Fun) | Evening Band & Fireworks to Follow Location: DJ Bentz Memorial Soccer Fields Join us for an exciting day filled with: Rides & Petting Zoo, Delicious Food Trucks, Local Vendors, Live Music, Spectacular, AND a Fireworks Show at Dusk! FOR MORE INFORMATION: Link to the Borough of Clayton, NJ website: https://www.claytonnj.com/home/news/clayton-day-2025 Link to the Clayton Day Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/984687800360510?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

Celebrate the last day of school with us!

🎓💙 LEAD Graduation Day! 💙🎓 A huge thank you to the officers of the Clayton Police Department for being true community heroes and role models during our LEAD journey! 🚓 Today, our 4th grade students proudly graduated from the LEAD program—empowered with knowledge, confidence, and tools to make safe and smart choices. From meaningful conversations to unforgettable lessons, you showed our kids that leadership, respect, and responsibility make a difference. 🙌🏽We are grateful for your partnership and dedication to guiding the next generation of leaders. 💪🏽 #LEADGraduation #ClaytonSTRONG #ThankYouClaytonPD #FutureLeaders #SafeSmartStrong

This past week at Herma Simmons was full of joy and celebration! Our Spring Concerts, conducted by the amazing Mrs. Hickman 🎶, brought music and smiles to the auditorium. In classrooms, students in Mrs. Smith’s 4th grade class proudly presented their hard work to families 📚✨. And in a fun twist, Mrs. Taney accidentally matched one of our students’ artwork outfits perfectly—talk about unplanned school spirit! 🎨👗 We’re so proud of our students and so thankful for the supportive families and staff that make our community shine! #HermaSimmonsPride #SpringConcerts 🎶 #StudentShowcases ✨ #CommunityStrong #ClipperJoy💛💙

Attention all current K-4th grade parents! Simmons will be hosting a SELebration Camp this summer. If you are interested in signing up your child, please click the link below to complete the interest form. Please know that completion of the form, doesn't guarantee a spot. Space is limited. Letters for those who are accepted will be mailed home after the interest form deadline. See the flyer for more details. Interest Form Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcai8NsMtzNV8zaAWACuyBGIwxDhK8UriJTEXJNBDxzlW0jw/viewform

Clayton Soccer Association announces Fall 2025 registration for local youth soccer programs. Register now for the Bulldogs program, Micro Mini, Micro Travel, and SJGSL/SJSL Travel Teams! To register, scan the QR code in the attached flyer or go to claytonclippers.com and click on "Fall 2025 Registration."

Clayton Public School District joins the New Jersey Department of Education in celebrating Special Education Week! This week, we recognize the incredible dedication of special education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, administrators, and families who work tirelessly to support students with disabilities. #NJSpecialEdWeek

⭐️Shop Clayton Gear Today!⭐️ Show your school spirit and gear up with official Clayton athletic apparel, now available online! From tee shirts to hoodies and great short options— rep Clayton in style, whether you're on the field or in the stands. Easy ordering, fast shipping, and exclusive designs on sale NOW through June 30th. To shop, use the following link: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CNpDcAk28m

Gratitude, giggles, and good vibes! 👔 Students became staff 🎒 Staff became students 🪨💛💙 Kindness bloomed in our rock garden 🌸 Flowers will soon brighten someone’s day! #KindnessRocks #SchoolSpirit #StaffForADay #ClaytonPride

Planting Positivity, One Rock at a Time! Mrs. Toigo’s art class and our creative Clipperville crew turned Mrs. Fragoso’s vision into reality—spreading kindness, color, and joy outside Herma Simmons! Each rock holds a message… each message makes a difference. Take one, share one, or leave one—because kindness is meant to be shared. #KindnessRocks 🌈 ##HermaSimmonsPride 🏫 #SpreadKindness 💕 #ArtWithHeart 🎨 💖 #RockGardenLove 🌼 #KindnessCounts 🙌#ClaytonStrong 💙 #TakeOneShareOneLeaveOne

Congratulations to the Herma Simmons "Clippers of the Month" for March (PreK, Kindergarten & First)! Keep up the fantastic work and continue to shine as bright as you do! We are proud of you!

Congratulations to the Herma Simmons Elementary School "Clippers of the Month" for March (grades 2nd-5th)! Keep up the fantastic work and continue to shine as bright as you do! We are proud of you!

A huge shout-out to our amazing community and the remarkable kids who brought Clipperville to life at Herma Simmons! 🌟🎭 Our cast was showered with love from their families ❤️, and teachers came out in full force to cheer on their students 👏🏼📣. Our incredible Superintendent, Mr. Koutsogiannis, followed the yellow brick road to cheer on Dorothy and the crew🌈✨. What a magical night!

Happy National Nurses Week! This week, we take the time to honor the school nurses who keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn—Thank you for all you do! #SchoolNurseDay #ThePowerOfNurses

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! To our incredible teachers at Clayton Public Schools, thank you for everything you do! Your dedication and passion for education inspire us all. We appreciate your hard work, patience, and positive attitude. Your impact on our students is truly remarkable.

TODAY! Clayton's Annual SPRING SPECTACULAR is scheduled for TODAY (Saturday, May 3rd) from 11-3:00! Fun for the whole family- Vendors, Games, DJ, Crafts, Free Book Giveaway, and more! Saturday May 3rd, 11am-3pm Herma Simmons (300 W. Chestnut. Street) Rain or Shine!

Parent Roundtable at the Spring Spectacular TOMORROW 5/3! Stop by and see us :)

The Clayton High School Baseball Team will be hosting a 4-person scramble for the fourth year at Pinelands Golf Club on Monday, June 23rd, 2025 with a 8 a.m. start time. A great way to start the summer at the conclusion of the school/ academic year. The informational flyer is attached along with the "QR" Code to register. Please REGISTER and SUBMIT the entry fees BY JUNE 6th. As always, thank you for the support!

May 1st is National School Principals Day! Here at Clayton Public Schools, we have three incredible Principals who lead our schools with dedication, passion, and a commitment to excellence. Thank you for all you do: Mr. Slater, Mr. Tucker and Mrs. Fragoso!

THIS SATURDAY! Clayton's Annual SPRING SPECTACULAR is scheduled for this Saturday, May 3rd from 11-3:00! Fun for the whole family- Vendors, Games, DJ, Crafts, Free Book Giveaway, and more! Saturday May 3rd, 11am-3pm Herma Simmons (300 W. Chestnut. Street) Rain or Shine!